1998. First Edition. 417 pages. Signed by the author. Colour photographic dust jacket over green cloth boards with gilt lettering to spine. Signed by the author with dedication to front endpaper. Binding remains firm. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning. Barcode sticker to back pastedown. Boards have mild edge wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Unclipped jacket has light edge wear with minor tears and chipping. Mild rubbing and marking.